Indian-Spiced Potato Gratin Recipe

Name: Indian-Spiced Potato Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus additional for greasing dish; 2 large onions, peeled, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; Large pinch cayenne pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced; 3 large baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/16 -inch slices; 1 cup heavy cream

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
3
Add the onions and cook, stirring frequently, until onions are caramelized, about 30 minutes.
4
Set aside.
5
In a small bowl, stir together the cumin, turmeric, cayenne, salt and pepper.
6
Stir in the garlic.
7
Butter a 13-by-9-by-2-inch baking dish.
8
Layer half of the potatoes in the dish, overlapping them slightly.
9
Sprinkle with half of the spice mixture.
10
Cover with the onions.
11
Layer the remaining potatoes over the onions.
12
Sprinkle with the remaining spice mixture, and pour the cream over the top.
13
Cover with aluminum foil and bake until the potatoes are tender, about 1 hour.
14
Let cool slightly, cut into rectangles and serve.
15
(The potatoes can be made ahead and reheated in a low oven, covered with aluminum foil.)

328

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus additional for greasing dish, 2 large onions, peeled, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, and more.

Yes, Indian-Spiced Potato Gratin falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Indian-Spiced Potato Gratin

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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